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Independent in Long Beach, California

16 Apr 1971

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Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1971

Page

6

Horror in Dacca as West Pakistan troops crack down

The city of Dacca, under martial law since March 26, endures mass arrests, killings, and looting as West Pakistani forces crush East Pakistan's independence movement. Reports say up to 6,000 people were killed and many Bengalis targeted while Hindus suffer. Curfews, displaced families, and ruined neighborhoods mark a grim toll as 10 000 troops arrive to intensify the crackdown.

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East Pakistan Dacca West Pakistan Associated Press Dennis Neeld Michel Laurent Neeld Calcutta Sheik Mujibur Rahman Awami League Yahya Khan
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Asian Americans Voice Alarm Over Calley Verdict Backlash

A statement from Toyo Ueyama Bidle on behalf of eight Asian American groups condemns opposition to the William Calley murder verdict. They denounce efforts to honor him and decry perceived anti Asian sentiment in the United States.

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Washington UPI North Vietnam U.S William Calley Toyo Ueyama Biddle Calley
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